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Wallabies release quartet to World XV

Australia have released squad players Sean McMahon, Christian Lealiifano, Nick Cummins and Taqele Naiyaravoro to play for a World XV.

The quartet will face Japan in Tokyo, joining the likes of James O'Connor and Ben Alexander for Robbie Deans' side.

Meanwhile Samu Kerevi and Dave Dennis will join the 30-man Wallabies squad today as the Wallabies prepare for their upcoming match against New Zealand in Auckland.

In total there will be 14 Australian internationals joining the World XV squad this week, with players searching for valuable game time before Rugby World Cup selection later this month.

Australia head coach Michael Cheika said: “We've travelled with an extended squad throughout the 2015 international season, so it's good for the players to get some quality game time in against a strong opponent like Japan.

"David and Samu have spent some time with us throughout our campaign this season, and we are looking forward to seeing their progress."